Jimmy is one of the most important, well-respected and successful
figures in the music industry.

Jimmy is now signed to Dave Stewart's label

A singer, songwriter and performer, Jimmy is credited with having made reggae music a world-wide phenomenon and export.

Jimmy Cliff played Ivan Martin in the 1973 film 'The Harder They Come'. His character is a struggling musician who becomes an underground fugitive and renegade political hero.

The film features songs written and performed by Cliff: 'Rivers of Babylon', 'Many Rivers to Cross', and the title track 'The Harder They Come'.

The lines from the title song went on to become a rallying cry for the people of Jamaica: "I'd rather be a free man in my grave than living like a puppet
of a slave".

Jimmy is also here to talk about his new album, "Fantastic Plastic People",
the title track of which is released on 23rd September.

The album comes out on 30th September and is produced by Dave Stewart of Eurythmics fame.

The latest album promises to confirm Jimmy's status as a hero to millions world-wide, meanwhile fans should keep an eye out for the sequel to the 'The Harder They Come', which is currently in development.